Tag: Deactivation rate
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Reducing Coke Formation on Hydrotreating Catalysts
Coke formation is the deposition of hydrogen deficient carbonaceous material over the catalyst surface. Generally, it is formed by thermal condensation, de-hydrogenation, and polymerization reactions of hydrocarbons. The coke covers...
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Effects of Feed Metals on Hydrotreating Catalysts
The feedstock of the Hydrotreating unit contains metal contaminants along with Sulfur and Nitrogen. These metallic compounds are a challenge for the catalyst performance and can damage the catalyst activity...